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What can patients do to treat their back pain?

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Back pain:

One of the most predominant pains experienced by the people across the world is back pain. It can actually cripple ones daily routine.

Causes:

Following are some of the common causes of back pain:

  • Arthritis
  • Disc problem
  • Sciatica
  • Muscular strain
  • Wrong body posture
  • Nerve Pain

Symptoms:

  • Severe back pain
  • Radiating pain to the knees and legs
  • Decreased ability to and range of motion to move the back
  • Prevention:
  • Regular exercise
  • Weight Control
  • Correct Body Posture
  • Lifting less weights
  • Proper Foot wear
  • Stretching

When to see a doctor

  • If the pain doesnot improve on resting and if the symptopms seems persistent
  • Spreads to the legs, especially if the pain extends below the knee
  • Inability in movement or range accompanied by weakness or numbness in the legs
  • If you have history of arthritis or smokingor drug use
  • If the pain is chronic

Treatment for back pain is available at AFC Urgent Care Warrington. Everyone including the residents of Central Bucks located around Warrington, Warminster, Doylestown, Horsham, Chalfont, and Hatboro can walk-in between 8:00AM – 8:00 PM on Weekdays and 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM on weekends.

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